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Newbie from England.. but F1200 owned 17 years

Started by Pielight, October 21, 2013, 06:35:36 PM

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Pielight

October 21, 2013, 06:35:36 PM
Hello all.. What a great site and source of information.

I've owned my completely standard 1989 3CV for over 17 years but, it has stood idle for the last 11 of those. This was due to the bike, along with an RD250F and RXS100, being laid up (and I'll hold my hands up...neglected) because of a major house extension.

Having the last few months recommissioning the RD250, I've just begun work on the FJ.. the carbs are removed and I've started stripping and cleaning. So far going well (although the pan head screws on the carb tops put up a good fight! They eventually succumbed to careful use of a hammer and punch!!). The first float needle seat I've tried removing is also refusing to budge so far.. hopefully the soaking in WD40 I've given it will do the trick.

I finally have a carb cleaner (aerosol) that actually works superbly (Innotec Carb Cleaner)... Ive previously tried many different brands available here but until now they've all been totally ineffective... this stuff dissolves varnish/gum deposits completely.

I very much look forward to chatting, sharing info/advice, etc with you.

Paul

movenon

#1
October 21, 2013, 06:41:58 PM
Welcome. Glad to here you are working on the FJ. There is a kit of screws so you can replace those JIS screws with SS allen heads. Where in England are you located ? Always nice to know. Lot of help here and a good Files section. Don't hesitate to ask questions or post pictures when you can.  :good2: :good2:
George
Life isn't about having the best, but about making the best of what you have...

1990 FJ 1200

FJmonkey

#2
October 21, 2013, 08:05:37 PM
Welcome to the digital campfire where FJowners tell lies, BS, and remember how fast we use to be. I can't stop improving my 86', and to think I could have just got hooked on Crack and saved a boat load of money.  :shok:
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

'86 Ambulance - Bent frame, cracked case, due for an overhaul
'89 Stormy Blue - Suits my Dark Side

aviationfred

#3
October 21, 2013, 11:03:46 PM
Welcome to the group Paul.  :hi:

Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

Pielight

#4
October 22, 2013, 05:40:54 AM
Many thanks for welcome gents. George, I'll certainly be fitting SS allen heads as you suggest... I originate from Newcastle in the NE, but now live in Peterborough (East Midlands) which is around 80 miles to the North of London.

Pielight

#5
October 22, 2013, 05:45:18 AM
Quote from: FJmonkey on October 21, 2013, 08:05:37 PM
Welcome to the digital campfire where FJowners tell lies, BS, and remember how fast we use to be. I can't stop improving my 86', and to think I could have just got hooked on Crack and saved a boat load of money.  :shok:

I'm really glad you opted for the FJ trip!
Paul

FJmonkey

#6
October 22, 2013, 08:55:52 AM
Quote from: Pielight on October 22, 2013, 05:45:18 AM
I'm really glad you opted for the FJ trip!
Paul

Thanks Paul, I can say the same for you as well. Moditus, the best addiction one can have while owning an FJ...  :good2:
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

'86 Ambulance - Bent frame, cracked case, due for an overhaul
'89 Stormy Blue - Suits my Dark Side

Tiger

#7
October 22, 2013, 01:15:59 PM
 :hi: Hi and welcome to the mad house 'Geordie boy'...from another 'Geordie boy' living across the pond in Ontario, Canada and running a near stock '85... :good2:

John.
Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely, in an attractive & well preserved body...but rather to slide in sideways, body completely worn out and and with your last dying breath screaming, "HOOOYA LIFE, lets try that again"!!!

CanDman

#8
October 22, 2013, 04:20:58 PM
 Hmmmmmm the only one missing here is Ringo !!!




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Pielight

#9
October 23, 2013, 08:05:42 PM
Quote from: Tiger on October 22, 2013, 01:15:59 PM
:hi: Hi and welcome to the mad house 'Geordie boy'...from another 'Geordie boy' living across the pond in Ontario, Canada and running a near stock '85... :good2:

John.

Thanks John.., always good to hear from other Geordies living in exile...although you've moved considerably further than I! Have you kept your accent?

Tiger

#10
October 25, 2013, 07:18:19 AM
Quote from: Pielight on October 23, 2013, 08:05:42 PM
Have you kept your accent?

I didn't have an accent until I moved here  :rofl2: :rofl: :lol:... :biggrin: Obviously people know that I'm not originally from these shores...I think :scratch_one-s_head:  :rofl2: :lol: :wacko3:

BTW...gotta tell ya...I'm a Red 'n White black cat :good2:

John.
Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely, in an attractive & well preserved body...but rather to slide in sideways, body completely worn out and and with your last dying breath screaming, "HOOOYA LIFE, lets try that again"!!!

ELIMINATOR

#11
October 25, 2013, 02:32:42 PM
Welcome. Southampton area here.
BMW 1150GS
Moto Guzzi California 3

Pielight

#12
October 26, 2013, 08:40:39 AM
Quote from: Tiger on October 25, 2013, 07:18:19 AM
Quote from: Pielight on October 23, 2013, 08:05:42 PM
Have you kept your accent?

I didn't have an accent until I moved here  :rofl2: :rofl: :lol:... :biggrin: Obviously people know that I'm not originally from these shores...I think :scratch_one-s_head:  :rofl2: :lol: :wacko3:

BTW...gotta tell ya...I'm a Red 'n White black cat :good2:

John.

Well John.. what can I say? I've got to hand it to you...not many would admit such an affliction so readily!!   Obviously I'm black & white and we're gonna give you a good thrashing tomorrow! Lol

Pielight

#13
October 26, 2013, 08:51:08 AM
Quote from: ELIMINATOR on October 25, 2013, 02:32:42 PM
Welcome. Southampton area here.

Thanks a lot mate  :good2:  looks like we've some iffy weather coming our way  :shok:

Tiger

#14
October 28, 2013, 07:38:16 AM
Quote from: Pielight on October 26, 2013, 08:40:39 AM
...Obviously I'm black & white and we're gonna give you a good thrashing tomorrow! Lol

:rofl2: :rofl: :lol: thank you for the thrashing yesterday  :rofl2: :rofl: :lol: Oh wait...

SUNDERLAND won 2 - 1
...I'm so happy I could shit hahahahahahahahahaa...

John.
Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely, in an attractive & well preserved body...but rather to slide in sideways, body completely worn out and and with your last dying breath screaming, "HOOOYA LIFE, lets try that again"!!!
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